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THE SPHINX decision affair; so we are not hiding facts in not announcing the winner. Just two days before Christmas, at the home of Brother Ernest Johnson, Omicron Rave her first social affair and through the arrangements of Brother Lawrence Marshall, n ssisted by Brother Goode, It was a success. As usual the light of Alpha Phi Alpha shone over all, and when the traditional Alpha circle was formed and the songs were being sung, we Alphas learned t h a t we were but a small part of those who had caught the spirit of t h e evening. Then came the convention and subsequently the reopening of school. Then came the manager of our basketball team, Brother James Albrlton, with t h e news t h a t his "crack Alpha Five" were scheduled to Play the Red Caps on January 9. In response to his query as to whether or not we had recovered sufficiently from the convention to go through with the game, nine men reported on the night of the eame and under the canable guidance of the captain. Brother Marshall Lewis, whose athletic prowess has previously been extolled in the Sphinx. Omicron brought the name of Alpa Phi Alpha out of the fracas with flying colors. The starting line-up found Brothers Jeffries and Lewis at forward; Brother Harris at center; and Brothers Parr and Talbot at guard: but Brothers Rose and Bolden and Pledgees Clark and Clarke saw just as much service as anyone When Brother Lewis got his passing combinat'on working with Brother R °se. a man of many sports, they began making baskets so fast t h a t our followers dj'it cheering, so then and there two "ham" Players were sent In. Plans are on foot for games with the y-Kay Club staff, the local Omegas, and an Alnha team In a not-too-distant city. That brines lis to the present and we of. Omicron look forward towards a greater Alpha Phi Alpha as was expressed in our last meeting —WALTER R. TALBOT
Fnsilon Loses Two Brother* Throvnh Illness
All chapter meetings of Eps'lon Chapter for the remainder of the semester were susnended on account of the semester examinations in all departments of t h e University. Although the economic depression is being felt throughout the country, yet the brothers of Ensllon by no means are allowing it to affect the progress of the fraternity. We are delighted w'th the excellent showing our orofessional brothers are making ' " attending the chaoter meeting. Brothers McFall, p l n r n a n d M 1 tchell. in spite of the iact t h a t thev are over-burdened with their medical studies, and are some distance from the house, find time to attend each meeting. Brother President Walter A. Hines. a jun1Q r in the Medical College, has an inspiring Program outlined for next semester. We regret, however, t h a t two of our most Prominent brothers have withdrawn from f n + i 1 o n a c c ° " n t of illness. Social activities at this time, a-e a little dull b u t are expected to revive at anv time. WILLIAM T. POOLE. JR.
Alnha Mu To Make Permanent Record Station "B-I-L-L" broadcasting from Alpha Mu Chapter at Evanston. Tllinois. Our attention was called to the fact t h a t the corresDondfnt for this chanter has not sent l n an article for the Sphinx before tne deadline. This is a hurried attempt , n° maintain the past record of Alpha Mu contributing articles regularly. Our chapter has been enlarged bv one new brother, who was successful in making .he Journey through the burning sands of ™M> desert on December 22. and came to a1 0 place of happiness and contentment be' e the Sphinx. It has been said that bro-
ther William S. Thompson is t h e nearest example of a cosmopolitan, since brothers who assisted him on his Journey had come from Theta. XI, Tau, Alpha Theta, and Alpha Mu. Among the brothers who assUted the local committee were M. Deane, W. Seabron, L. Lomax, J- Morton, and B. Ware. Since the beginning of this year the brothers have rededlcated themselves to tne task of making a record for Alpha Mu Chapter The three meetings held to date have been centered around the Idea of understanding t h e workings of the general organiation. We have been helped in this protect through the illuminating report brought back from the Cincinnati Convention by Brother W. C. Pyant. Our basketball team has been working smoothly since the first of the year and has already scored another victory over Theta of Chicago. Early this year the team from Theta Journeyed to Evanston only to leave after the Alpha Mu quintet had defeated them by a score of 20 to 16. The following brothers represented Alpha Mu: Turner Gay. Walker, Ford and Pyant. The brothers have been urged to gird themselves for an Intensive campaign in the interest of the annual Go-To-High School Go-To-College campaign. The president. Brother Daniel Owlngs. Is sparing no effort to see t h a t the necessary committees are functioning. The brothers plan entertaining some time during the month of March. No date has yet been set. It is rumored t h a t there are two brothers here who have found new "interests" in life but nothing can be said definitely until we see how they line up for the spring dance. . The brothers have again pledged wholehearted support of the national officers, and extends a very cordial good wish for the year ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ pYANT
Alnha Chi Wins First Game From Omegas
Alpha Chi. Fisk University, started the new vear by hearing reports of our representative to" the convention, Brother Tyus. Although in high sDirit for the coming year we are all full with sympathy for our brother. Harrison Lawless, whose brother, also one of our brothers, was killed in an accident, in January, 1932. With the oDening of t h e winter quarter a cry went out for men to carry t h e banner of Alpha in the inter-fraternal basketball league Ten men reported for practice, Brothers Scruggs. Martin. Sapp, Brown, Crump Ransome. Spain. Norton. Williams and Howard. Under Brother Morton, varsity basketball man. who acted as our coach, these men got under way. On Jan 18, we had our first battle with t h e Omegas. Our line u p : Brothers Crump and Saop, forwards: Howard, center: Martin (captain! and Scruggs, guards. The first half ended 5-2 ln favor of the Omegas. In the second half we plaved more of an offensive game, keeping the ball most of the time and coming out with a 9-6 lead. Brothers Sapp. Crumn. and Scruggs each tallied once, while Brother Martin secured three free throws. On the side line we had wonderful supnnrt and here I would like to thank Chi Chanter of Meharrv and Tau Lambda, graduate chapter of the city for their supP
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Mu Chanter Fnferfains
Ohio
State's "BW" Bell Mu Chapter wishes all of the brothers r-f Alphadom a happy and prosperous new T"he brothers of Mu Chaoter are Jubilant over the 2Mb Anniversary of our fraternity and its most successful convention. We were verv fotf-unate in having Brother Ramond W Cannon former director of education, review the high lights of the con-
vention at our first meeting of t h e year. Mu Chapter held its first meeting of the year at t h e residence of Brother W. Casslus. The following officers were Installed; President, John R. Lawrence, Jr., 556 St. Anthony Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota; vicepresident, Dr. Earl Weber, 779 Carroll Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota; secretary, Henry Van Avery, 1705 Seventh St., So. E., Minneapolis, Minn.; treasurer, William Casslus, 980 Central Ave.. St. Paul, Minn.; and Sphinx editor and historian, Fred R. Henry, 1316 Fourth St., So. E., Minneapolis, Minn. Mu Chapter has appointed various committees with the following chairmen: Brother John M. Patton, budget committee; Brother Henry Van Avery, program committee; Brother John Thomas, athletic committee, and Brother Fred R. Henry, social committee. Mu Chapter is to be ln charge of the program of the Minneapolis forum February 21. Mu welcomes Brother "Bill" O'Shields, a stellar track man and football back, into its folds. We could only mention before t h a t we hoped to entertain Brother "Bill" Bell, who made such a wonderful record on t h e Ohio State football team. Brother Bell was on his way here t o participate in a charity football game between Ohio State and the University of Minnesota. Well brothers, Mu Chapter gave a real Alpha party ln honor of Brother Bell—Just ask him. —FRED R. HENRY
Alpha Beta Has 3 Members On Faculty
Alpha Beta welcomes into Its folds two new brothers, Elkln Woolfolk and Carlton Lee. They were Initiated last November. Three new brothers are on the faculty, Brothers Harris of the chemistry department; Webb, the college physician; and Mills of t h e romance language department. Quite frequently Brother Mills invites the members to a stag or smoker a t his home, and always we have a delightful time. The first term exams over, Brothers Harold Logan and Herbert Denton came through with the final term grade of "A" In all of their subjects. Brother E. Wright was named on Abbott's Monthly eleven as All-American selection for 1931-32. As a result of the recent election, Brother Harold Logan was chosen as president; Brother Harold Taylor, vice-president: Brother Herbert Denton, secretary; Brother Hilton Hanna, treasurer: Brother Robert Williams, sergeant-at-arms; Brother Herbert Briggs, chaplain; Brother Carlton Lee, historian: and Brother Elzy Wright, chapter editor. All may be reached by addressing Talladega College, Talladega. Alabama. —E. WRIGHT
Alpha Rho Members Make Varsitu Quintet
Before going into any of the news I must say for myself t h a t it certainly feels better to be on t h e inside t h a n on the outside. It was the good fortune of four brothers. namely. Marlon B. Edmonds, Wilbur H. Sullivan. Morris E. Tipton and L. Raymond Bailey to cross the burning sands into Aloha Phi Alpha early in December. As chilly as It was, things prior to our entry were rather warm, so warm, in fact, t h a t I was almost able to light a cigar by apnlying It to a certain portion of the anatomy. Now t h a t it Is all over we are compelled to say t h a t It feels great to be Alpha men. Alpha Rho is well represented on t h e Maroon Quintet this winter. The candidates are Brothers Harrison, Chenault, Mathis. Cabiness. and pledgee Briggs. Indications are t h a t t h e Atlanta Chapters will c u t a great team on the floor when t h e time for the interfraternlty basketball tournament arrives. Brother W, E, Harrison, for three years